Accounts Payable Assistant

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

International Law Firm | Leeds City Centre

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a highly respected international law firm? This is an excellent opportunity to become part of Finance team supporting offices across the UK within a professional, fast-paced environment.

You'll play a key role in ensuring suppliers are paid accurately and on time while delivering an exceptional service to both internal stakeholders and external partners.

The Role

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring invoices and payments are processed efficiently while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy and confidentiality.

Working within a centralised Finance team, you'll collaborate with colleagues across Accounts Payable, Billing, Credit Control and Client & Office Accounts to support the firm's UK operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounts payable process from supplier setup through to payment.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Investigate and resolve supplier and internal payment queries.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Process employee expenses and disbursements.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and financial data.
• Support the wider Finance team with reporting and information requests.
• Assist with month-end activities and other ad hoc finance tasks.
• Deliver a professional, responsive service to colleagues and suppliers.

About You

You'll already have experience working within an Accounts Payable function and enjoy working in a collaborative, service-driven environment.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous Accounts Payable experience (essential).
• Experience within a law firm or professional services environment (highly desirable).
• A working knowledge of VAT.
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Confidence working with both alphabetical and numerical data.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• A flexible approach, particularly during month-end periods.
• A professional attitude with a strong understanding of confidentiality.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised law firm where you'll become part of a supportive Finance team that plays an integral role in the firm's success.

You'll benefit from:

• Comprehensive training and ongoing development.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Exposure to a leading international professional services business.
• Modern Leeds city centre offices.
• The opportunity to develop your career within a highly respected organisation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leeds

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Month

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English